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Incursion

usgb/ɪnˈkɜːrʒn/Volume
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Hostile ConnotationPlay
Incursion suggests a forceful or aggressive entry into another's territory, often for conquest. SlideThe ancient incursion decimated the defending forces.
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Incursions are usually sudden and planned, indicating a swift action rather than a gradual process. SlideThe stealthy incursion caught the guards off guard.